This is a comfortable caftan and the design is beautiful! I wear it around the house as lounge wear, but would wear it to casual events where long dresses or skirts are appropriate. I am a "casual dresser" with a classic taste. Although I have not yet washed this item, it is 100% cotton and made in India. The color is not a bright violet, so the color works with different hair and skin colors. I inquired about the length of the medium size, which I was told was about 46". As I am 5 ', this length works well for my size (I'm 114 lbs). This beautiful, comfortable caftan will look great on most women.